Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The CentraCare St. Cloud Family Medicine Residency prepares family physicians to provide comprehensive care in various practice settings, including rural areas, through a partnership with the University of Minnesota and CentraCare. The program focuses on individualized training, evidence-based medicine, and integrated behavioral health, enabling residents to address diverse patient needs and gain expert knowledge from various specialists.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
Yes, all applications meeting minimum criteria are reviewed, which includes International Medical Graduates.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
The residency is currently a 6-6-6 residency (6 residents per year).
Program Website
Address
CentraCare - Family Health Clinic, 1555 Northway Drive, Suite 200, St. Cloud, MN 56303-1867
Program Director
Laurie Schmidt
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes 6 MD residents, with 3 identified as International Medical Graduates (IMGs). The program is committed to delivering personalized attention and comprehensive training to enhance residency experiences.
PGY-1 MD
6
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
3
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Individualized training tailored to resident needs and interests, Advanced maternity care, rural experience, and procedural training tracks, Point of care ultrasound training, Resident wellness, Medication assisted therapy (MAT) for opioid use disorder, Integrated behavioral health, Opportunities to care for groups that have been historically economically/socially marginalized.
Application
The application process includes a review of all applications meeting the minimum criteria. Interested applicants can find more information on the 'How to apply' page. Specific deadlines are not mentioned in the provided text, but applicants should refer to the same link for detailed application instructions.
# of Locations
St. Cloud Family Health Clinic, CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital, and several rural hospitals and clinics in the surrounding area.
Fellowship
Fellowships offered include Clinical Informatics, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Human Sexuality, Primary Care Behavioral Health, and Sports Medicine, providing diverse pathways for graduates.
Resident Life
Overview
Our program is a partnership with the University of Minnesota and CentraCare, which is a large not-for-profit health system centered in St. Cloud but includes many rural communities in central Minnesota. Our location allows training spanning from suburban to rural.
On Call Schedule
Residents tend to average 2-3 admissions per night float shift.
# of Years of Program
The residency program is organized as a 6-6-6 training program.
Housing
No information about housing options or support for residents was specified in the provided text.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Resident stipends and benefits outlined in the benefits section.
PGY-1 Salary
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